10 Minor Ailments That Require Immediate Medical Attention (Part 1)


10 Minor Ailments That Require Immediate Medical Attention (Part 1)
1. Sudden Dizziness

Recommended Departments: Neurology, Cardiology

If you suddenly feel like the room is spinning and need to hold onto a wall or furniture, it indicates that you need to seek medical attention immediately. This type of dizziness could be a symptom of underlying coronary artery disease or arrhythmia. Additionally, an excessively fast or slow heart rate can also cause dizziness.

2. Severe Headache

Recommended Departments: Neurology, Neurosurgery, Emergency

If you suddenly experience a severe headache, you should seek medical attention immediately as it is likely a sign of a brain hemorrhage. Even if the headache subsides on its own, it should not be taken lightly, as the next one could have more serious consequences.

3. Pain Around the Navel or Right Side of the Abdomen

Recommended Departments: Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Emergency

If the abdominal pain initially appears around the navel and shifts to the right side of the abdomen after 12 hours, it is likely appendicitis, which may be accompanied by a mild fever.

4. Unexplained Fear

Recommended Departments: Psychiatry, Psychology

When anxiety is accompanied by a sense of tightness in the chest or vague chest discomfort, it may be related to coronary artery, aortic diseases, or other serious conditions. This is especially true if these symptoms appear during activity and disappear at rest, indicating a higher likelihood of coronary artery disease.

5. Frequent Indigestion at Night

Recommended Departments: Gastroenterology

If indigestion symptoms occur outside of meal times (such as at night) and there are risk factors for heart disease (such as high cholesterol and diabetes), and over-the-counter medications do not relieve the symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention promptly.

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